Medical Laboratory Technician - CSR Duty Supervisor

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to January 2027 with potential for ongoing employment
Position Classification: Technical Officer Grade 1/2
Remuneration: $71,338.54 - $102,751.61 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ681497
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital 
Applications Close: 19 August 2026 - 11:59pm

About the Opportunity

NSW Health Pathology is seeking a proactive and solution-oriented Duty Supervisor to join our Central Specimen Reception team at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional who thrives in a fast-paced laboratory environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality diagnostic services.

In this role, you will contribute directly to patient care, work collaboratively with pathologists, scientists, technical assistants, and healthcare professionals to ensure the timely and efficient processing of patient specimens. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking, communication, organisation skills and have excellent attention to detail to help maintain the accuracy and integrity of our daily operations.

What you'll be doing

Perform a range of supervisory and technical tasks in the Central Specimen Reception Department by applying established methods and procedures, as directed.  Duties include the supervision and delegation of specimen reception tasks and workflow, training of technical assistant staff, taking part in the initial data entry and processing of specimens, verification of specialised test results, preparation of materials and the maintenance of equipment in line with established laboratory processes, procedures and protocols.

What we can offer you

• Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits 

• Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave 

• Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

• Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.

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Information for applicants

• NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

• NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.

• NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website 

• You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.

• All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

• An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.

• We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.